Paola Boivin of the Arizona Republic says the Cardinals should rethink Edgerrin James' future with the team. James, scheduled to earn $4 million in 2009, was widely assumed to be playing his final season in Arizona.

Bob McManaman of the Arizona Republic says the Cardinals had a chip on their shoulder after hearing so much about their alleged weaknesses. Darnell Dockett seemed incredulous that some thought the Falcons had the edge at quarterback.

Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch says Rams scouts are analyzing college talent at the various bowl games without knowing what skills will mesh with the next coaching staff. That makes the evaluation process more difficult. Meanwhile, the Rams' preparations for free agency remain in the beginning stages.

Also from Thomas: A position-by-position look at the Rams, with Marc Bulger as the starting quarterback for 2009.

Bernie Miklasz of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch says Rams owner Chip Rosenbloom took a chance when he publicly said the organization would spend whatever it took to hire the next head coach. Despite the proclamation, the Rams' initial list of candidates lacks star power. Miklasz: "After telling your fans that money is not a problem, and that you are willing to go out and get 'the best guy,' then how could you possibly bring Jim Haslett back?"

Gwen Knapp of the San Francisco Chronicle says 49ers coach Mike Singletary knows his limitations and isn't afraid to admit them. For example, Singletary wasn't initially sold on linebacker Patrick Willis coming out of college. General manager Scot McCloughan had to convince Singletary that Willis merited a first-round choice.

Matt Barrows of the Sacramento Bee says the 49ers could be in the market for a lead fullback. Former coordinator Mike Martz used tight ends in the role. Sean Ryan appeared increasingly as the lead blocking from the I-and offset-I formations.

William Tomisser of Seahawk Addicts continues his positional analysis of the team with a look at the linebackers. He thinks the position could be set if the team can re-sign Leroy Hill and possibly convince Julian Peterson to adjust his salary for 2009.

Brian Biggane of the Palm Beach Post revisits the Seahawks' 21-20 victory over the Cowboys in the playoffs -- the game featuring Tony Romo's botched hold -- and says Dolphins coach Tony Sparano is using the experience to help prepare for the playoffs.